Tennant 6200 User manual

6200
*330370*
www.tennantco.com
330370
Rev. 10 (4-2008)
(Gas/LPG)
Sweeper
Operator Manual
North America / International

This manual is furnished with each new model. It provides necessary operation and maintenance instructions.
Read this manual completely and understand the machine before operating or servicing it.
This machine will provide excellent service. However, the best results will be obtained at minimum costs if:
SThe machine is operated with reasonable care.
SThe machine is maintained regularly - per the machine maintenance instructions provided.
SThe machine is maintained with manufacturer supplied or equivalent parts.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Please dispose of packaging materials,
old machine components including
batteries, hazardous fluids such as
antifreeze and oil, in an environmentally
safe way according to local waste
disposal regulations.
Always remember to recycle.
MACHINE DATA
Please fill out at time of installation for future reference.
Model No. --
Serial No. --
Machine Options --
Sales Rep. --
Sales Rep. phone no. --
Customer Number --
Installation Date --
Tennant Company
PO Box 1452
Minneapolis, MN 55440
Phone: [phone] or (763) 513--2850
www.tennantco.com
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Quick Mop, VCS, Instant Access filter, and Thermo Sentry are US registered and unregistered trademarks of Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Original Instructions, Copyright E1999--2003, 2005--2008 TENNANT, Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS
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6200 330370(3--06)
CONTENTS
Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.................
OPERATION 5............................
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY 5.........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 6.............
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS 7................
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 8......
OPERATION OF CONTROLS 9..........
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL 9..............
BRAKE PEDAL 10.....................
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL 10...........
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP PEDAL 10.......
IGNITION SWITCH 11.................
HORN BUTTON 11....................
SIDE BRUSH LEVER 11...............
OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION) 12......................
OPERATING/HAZARD LIGHTS
SWITCH (OPTION) 12...............
MAIN BRUSH LEVER 13...............
CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT 13........
LOW OIL WARNING INDICATOR 13....
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE 14...............
GASOLINE ENGINE CHOKE KNOB 14..
VACUUM FAN/FILTER SHAKER
SWITCH 15.........................
STEERING WHEEL 15................
HOURMETER 15......................
HOPPER SWITCH 16.................
HOPPER DOOR SWITCH 16...........
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 17...............
OPERATOR SEAT 18..................
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR SEAT
(OPTION) 18......................
DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT
(OPTION) 18......................
HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 19...........
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 20..........
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 20.........
CHANGING AN LPG FUEL TANK 21.......
STARTING THE MACHINE 23.............
OPERATION ON INCLINES 24............
SWEEPING AND BRUSH INFORMATION 25
SWEEPING 26..........................
STOP SWEEPING 28....................
EMPTYING THE HOPPER 29.............
STOPPING THE MACHINE 31............
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST 32........
ENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 33..
DISENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 35
OPTIONS 37............................
QUICK MOP 37.......................
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 39.......
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MAINTENANCE 40.........................
MAINTENANCE CHART 40
...............
LUBRICATION 42........................
ENGINE 42...........................
STEERING GEAR CHAIN 42...........
STEERING CASTOR PIVOT BEARING 43
HYDRAULICS 44........................
HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIRS 44...
HYDRAULIC FLUID 46................
HYDRAULIC HOSES 46...............
ENGINE 47..............................
AIR FILTER 47........................
FUEL LINES 48.......................
CARBURETOR 49....................
SPARK PLUGS 49....................
BATTERY 49.........................
BELTS AND CHAINS 50..................
VACUUM FAN BELT 50................
MAIN BRUSH BELT 50................
HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT 51...........
JACKSHAFT BELT 51.................
STEERING GEAR CHAIN 52...........
STATIC DRAG CHAIN 52..............
DEBRIS HOPPER 53.....................
HOPPER DUST FILTER 53.............
REMOVING HOPPER DUST FILTER 54.
THERMO SENTRY 57.................
BRUSHES 58............................
MAIN BRUSH 58......................
REPLACING MAIN BRUSH 58.......
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
MAIN BRUSH PATTERN 59......
SIDE BRUSH 61......................
REPLACING SIDE BRUSH 62.......
SIDE BRUSH GUARD 62...........
SKIRTS AND SEALS 63..................
SIDE SKIRTS 63......................
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP SKIRT 63.......
SIDE RECIRCULATION SKIRTS 63.....
REAR SKIRTS 64.....................
HOPPER SEALS 65...................
HOPPER DOOR SEAL 65..............
HOPPER LIP SEAL 65.................
VACUUM SEAL 66....................
HOPPER FILTER SEALS 66............
AIR INTAKE SEAL 66..................
BRAKES AND TIRES 67..................
BRAKES 67..........................
TIRES 68............................
PUSHING, TOWING, AND TRANSPORTING
THE MACHINE 69.....................
PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE 69
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 69....
MACHINE JACKING 71...................
STORING MACHINE 71..................

CONTENTS
6200 330370(6--05)
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Page
SPECIFICATIONS 72.......................
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE 72..
POWER TYPE 73........................
STEERING 73...........................
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS 73................
BRAKING SYSTEM 73...................
TIRES 73...............................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 74...............
INDEX 75..................................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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6200 330370(4--08)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following symbols are used throughout this
manual as indicated in their description:
WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe
practices that could result in severe personal
injury or death.
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions that must be
followed for safe operation of equipment.
The machine is suited to sweep disposable
debris. Do not use the machine other than
described in this Operator Manual. The machine
is not designed for use on public roads.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment:
WARNING: Engine emits toxic gases. Severe
respiratory damage or asphyxiation can
result. Provide adequate ventilation. Consult
with your regulatory authorities for exposure
limits. Keep engine properly tuned.
WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of
hopper lift arms.
WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage
hopper support bar.
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
-- Unless trained and authorized.
-- Unless operation manual is read and
understood.
-- In flammable or explosive areas unless
designed for use in those areas.
-- In areas with possible falling objects
unless equipped with overhead guard.
2. Before starting machine:
-- Check for fuel leaks.
-- Keep sparks and open flame away
from refueling area.
-- Make sure all safety devices are in
place and operate properly.
-- Check brakes and steering for proper
operation.
3. When starting machine:
-- Keep foot on brake and directional
pedal in neutral.
4. When using machine:
-- Do not pickup up burning or smoking
debris, such as cigerettes, matches or
hot ashes.
-- Use brakes to stop machine.
-- Go slowly on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
-- Use care when reversing machine.
-- Do not carry riders on machine.
-- Always follow safety and traffic rules.
-- Report machine damage or faulty
operation immediately.
5. Before leaving or servicing machine:
-- Stop on level surface.
-- Set parking brake.
-- Turn off machine and remove key.
6. When servicing machine:
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves when
working on machine.
-- Block machine tires before jacking up
machine.
-- Jack up machine at designated
locations only. Block machine up with
jack stands.
-- Use hoist or jack that will support the
weight of the machine.
-- Wear eye and ear protection if using
pressurized air or water.
-- Disconnect battery connections before
working on machine.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
-- Use cardboard to locate leaking
hydraulic fluid under pressure.
-- Use Tennant supplied or equivalent
replacement parts.
7. When loading/unloading machine
onto/off truck or trailer:
-- Turn off machine.
-- Use truck or trailer that will support
the weight of the machine.
-- Use winch. Do not drive the machine
onto/off the truck or trailer unless the
load height is 380 mm (15 in) or less
from the ground.
-- Set parking brake after machine is
loaded.
-- Block machine tires.
-- Tie machine down to truck or trailer.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
6200 330370(9--99)
4
The following safety labels are mounted on the
machine in the locations indicated. If these or any
labels become damaged or illegible, install a new
label in its place.
FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE
SIDE OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT.
HOPPER SUPPORT LABEL -- LOCATED ON
LEFT SIDE HOPPER LIFT ARM AND BOTH
SIDES OF THE HOPPER COMPARTMENT.
HOPPER LIFT ARMS LABEL --
LOCATEDONBOTHLIFTARMS.
EMISSIONS LABEL -- LOCATED
BEHIND THE OPERATOR’S SEAT.
352944

OPERATION
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6200 330370(12--00)
OPERATION
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY
-The operator’s responsibility is to take care
of the daily maintenance and checkups of
the machine to keep it in good working
condition. The operator must inform the
service mechanic or supervisor when the
maintenance intervals are required as stated
in the MAINTENANCE section of this
manual.
-Read this manual carefully before operating
the machine. View the operation video
supplied with the machine.
FOR SAFETY: Do not operate machine,
unless operation manual is read and
understood.
-Check the machine for shipping damage.
Check to make sure the machine is
complete per shipping instructions.
-Keep your machine regularly maintained by
following the maintenance information in this
manual. We recommend taking advantage
of a regularly scheduled service contract
from your Tennant representative.
-Order parts and supplies directly from your
authorized Tennant representative. Use the
parts manual provided when ordering parts.
-After operation, follow the recommended
daily and hourly procedures stated in the
MAINTENANCE CHART.
0
7
3
2
4

OPERATION
6200 330370(6--07)
6
MACHINE COMPONENTS
B
C
D
E
G
F
A
H
A. Operator seat
B. Steering wheel
C. Instrument panel
D. Side brush
E. Control pedals
F. Hopper
G. Hopper filter
H. Fuel tank

OPERATION
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6200 330370(6--99)
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
These symbols identify controls, displays, and
features on the machine:
On Voltmeter
Off Filter shaker
Start Operating lights
Vacuum Fan Hazard light
Circuit breaker #1 Hopper lift
Circuit breaker #2 Hopper lower
Circuit breaker #3 Open hopper
Circuit breaker #4 Close hopper
Circuit breaker #5 Main brush down
Circuit breaker #6 Main brush up
Circuit breaker #7 Side brush down and on
Circuit breaker #8 Side brush up and off
Circuit breaker #9 Horn
Choke

OPERATION
6200 330370(3--06)
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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
ABC
DE
G
F
H
J
K
L
OM
Q
P
I
R
N
A. Side brush lever
B. Ignition switch
C. Horn
D. Charging system light
E. Hourmeter
F. Fuel level gauge
G. Steering wheel
H. Main brush lever
I. Directional pedal
J. Brake pedal
K. Parking brake pedal
L. Vacuum fan/filter shaker switch
M. Hopper door switch
N. Low oil warning indicator
O. Hopper switch
P. Operating/Hazard lights switch (option)
Q. Large debris trap pedal
R. Engine choke knob

OPERATION
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6200 330370(6--99)
OPERATION OF CONTROLS
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL
The directional pedal controls the direction of
travel and the propelling speed of the machine.
Change the speed of the machine with the
pressure of your foot on the pedal; the harder you
press the faster the machine travels.
Use the brake pedal to stop the machine.
Forward: Press the top of the directional pedal
with the toe of your foot.
Note: The machine will not travel unless the
operator is sitting in the operator’s seat.
Reverse: Press the bottom of the directional pedal
with the heel of your foot.
Neutral: Take your foot off the directional pedal
and it will return to the Neutral position.

OPERATION
6200 330370(6--99)
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BRAKE PEDAL
The brake pedal stops the machine.
Stop: Remove your foot from the directional pedal
and let it return to the Neutral position. Step on
the brake pedal to prevent the machine from
rolling.
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
The parking brake pedal sets and releases the
front wheel brake.
Set: Hold the brake pedal with the right foot.
Press on the parking brake pedal with the left foot
to lock the parking brake pedal in place.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or
servicing machine, stop on level
surface, set parking brake, turn off
machine, and remove key.
Release: Press down on the brake pedal until the
parking brake releases.
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP PEDAL
The large debris trap pedal opens the large debris
flap in front of the main sweeping brush.
Open: Press on the trap pedal when sweeping up
larger debris. The flap in front of the main
sweeping brush will open to take in large debris.
Close: Release the pedal and the flap will close,
trapping larger debris into the hopper.

OPERATION
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6200 330370(6--99)
IGNITION SWITCH
The ignition switch controls machine power and
main sweeping brush with a key.
Start: Turn the key all the way clockwise, and
release the key as soon as the engine starts. The
vacuum fan and main brush both operate while
the engine is running.
FOR SAFETY: When starting machine,
keep foot on brake and directional pedal
in neutral.
Stop: Turn the key counterclockwise.
HORN BUTTON
The horn button operates the horn.
Sound: Press the button.
SIDE BRUSH LEVER
The side brush lever controls the position and the
power of the side brush.
Side brush down and on: Pull the lever left and
forward into the Side brush down and on
position. The brush will automatically start
rotating.
Side brush up and off: Pull the lever back and to
the right into the Side brush up and off position.

OPERATION
6200 330370(6--99)
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OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH (OPTION)
The operating lights switch powers on and off the
headlights and taillights option.
On: Press the top of the operating lights switch.
Off: Press the switch to the middle position.
OPERATING/HAZARD LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION)
The operating/hazard lights switch powers on and
off the headlights and taillights option and the
hazard light option.
Operating lights on: Press the top of the
operating/hazard lights switch.
Operating/Hazard lights on: Press the bottom of
the operating/hazard lights switch.
Off: Press the operating/hazard lights switch in
the middle position.

OPERATION
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6200 330370(6--99)
MAIN BRUSH LEVER
The main brush lever controls the position of the
main brush.
Main brush down: Pull the lever to the right and
back into the Main brush down position.
Main brush up: Push the lever up and to the left
into the Main brush up position.
CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT
The charging system light comes on when the
alternator is not operating within the normal range;
13.5 to 14.5 V. If the light comes on, stop
operating the machine. Locate the problem and
have it corrected.
LOW OIL WARNING INDICATOR
The low oil warning indicator will illuminate when
the engine oil level drops below a certain level.
When the engine oil level is too low, the engine
will automatically shut itself off.
The engine will not restart and the indicator will
not go out until the proper amount of engine oil
has been added.

OPERATION
6200 330370(3--06)
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FUEL LEVEL GAUGE
The LPG fuel level gauge islocatedonthetopof
the fuel tank. It indicates how much fuel is left in
the fuel tank.
The fuel level gauge for gasoline powered
machines serial number 002389 and above, is
located on the instrument panel. It indicates how
much fuel is left in the fuel tank.
NOTE: Do not use leaded fuels. The use of
leaded fuels will cause permanent damage to the
system’s oxygen sensor and catalytic converter.
Gasoline powered machines below serial number
002389 do not have a fuel level gauge. Check the
fuel level by looking into the fuel tank.
GASOLINE ENGINE CHOKE KNOB
The engine choke knob controls the engine choke
on gasoline powered machines.
On: For cold starting, pull the engine choke knob
out.
Off: Push the engine choke knob in.

OPERATION
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6200 330370(6--99)
VACUUM FAN/
FILTER SHAKER SWITCH
The vacuum fan/filter shaker switch controls both
the vacuum fan damper and the VCS Vibrating
Comb Shaker. The vacuum fan damper should be
open when sweeping dry debris, and closed when
sweeping wet debris.
Vacuum fan damper open: Press the top of the
switch to the vacuum fan damper open position
for dry sweeping.
Vacuum fan damper closed: Press the switch to
the middle vacuum fan damper closed position
for wet sweeping.
Start filter shaker: Press and hold the bottom of
the switch for eight to ten seconds.
Note: Excessive heat in the hopper will cause the
Thermo Sentry to close the vacuum fan damper. If
this happens, stop the machine, eliminate the
source of heat, and reset the switch to the
vacuum fan damper open position.
STEERING WHEEL
The steering wheel controls the machine’s
direction. The machine is very responsive to the
steering wheel movements.
Left: Turn the steering wheel to the left.
Right: Turn the steering wheel to the right.
HOURMETER
The hourmeter records the number of hours the
machine has been operated. The hourmeter
displays the number of hours in tenths of an hour.
Use this information to determine machine
maintenance intervals.

OPERATION
6200 330370(6--99)
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HOPPER SWITCH
The hopper switch raises and lowers the hopper.
Raise hopper: Press and hold the top of the
switch until the hopper is in the desired raised
position.
Hold: Release the hopper switch into the middle
position.
Lower hopper: Press and hold the bottom of the
switch until the hopper is in the desired lowered
position.
HOPPER DOOR SWITCH
The hopper door switch opens and closes the
hopper door.
Open hopper door: Press and hold the top of the
switch until the door is in the desired open
position.
Hold: Release the hopper door switch into the
middle position.
Close hopper door: Press and hold the bottom of
the switch until the door is in the desired closed
position.

OPERATION
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6200 330370(6--99)
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The circuit breakers are resettable electrical
circuit protection devices. Their design stops the
flow of current in the event of a circuit overload.
Once a circuit breaker is tripped, it must be reset
manually. Press the reset button after the breaker
has cooled down. The circuit breakers will not
reset until they have had a chance to cool down.
If the overload that caused the circuit breaker to
trip is still there, the circuit breaker will continue to
stop current flow until the problem is corrected.
Circuit breakers 1 through 7 are located above the
foot pedals in the circuit breaker panel.
The chart lists the circuit breakers and the
electrical components they protect.
Circuit Breaker Rating Circuit Protected
CB-1 15 A Horn, Reverse,
Back up alarm
CB-2 15 A Filter shaker
CB-3 15 A Side brush(es)
CB-4 40 A Hopper lift motor
CB-5 15 A Main
CB-6 15 A Hopper door
CB-7 15 A Headlight, Taillight
Warning light
13
4
57
26

OPERATION
6200 330370(6--99)
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OPERATOR SEAT
The operator seat is a fixed back style.
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR SEAT (OPTION)
The adjustable operator seat is a fixed back style
with a forward--backward adjustment.
Adjust: Pull the lever in, slide the seat backward
or forward to the desired position, and release the
lever.
DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT (OPTION)
The deluxe suspension seat has four
adjustments. The adjustments are for the lumbar
support, backrest angle, operator weight
adjustment and front to back adjustment.
The lumbar adjustment knob controls the firmness
of the lumbar support.
Increase firmness: Turn knob clockwise.
Decrease firmness: Turn knob counterclockwise.
The backrest angle knob adjusts the angle of the
backrest.
Increase angle: Turn the angle adjustment knob
counterclockwise.
Decrease angle: Turn the angle adjustment knob
clockwise.